A gestão dos resíduos tecnológicos em Presidente Prudente/SP: um estudo baseado na visão da economia circular

Abstract

Advances in the development of technology, globalization and consumerism have led to a considerable increase in technological waste. One of the main problems of this fact is related to the methods of disposal of these residues and the possible impacts that they cause in the environment, since these residues contain in their composition chemical and toxic products. The basis for this study focuses on the concept of the Circular Economy, although it emerged 50 years ago, its implementation is recent in Brazil. It is a model in which all types of materials are created to circulate efficiently and be brought back to production without loss of quality. The research aimed to discuss the integrated management of technological waste in Presidente Prudente / SP, in light of the theory of the Circular Economy. The methodology used was exploratory applied research, through a deductive and qualitative approach. As a data collection instrument, documentary research and field work were used; the techniques used were the interview, the questionnaire and the unsystematic observation. The results showed that 94% of the technological waste produced in the municipality can be reused and commercialized. The research showed that there are training programs for cooperatives, however, it was verified that the Solid Waste Management Plan (PGRS) of the municipality does not serve the technological residues as determined by Law No. 12,305 / 2010, which establishes the National Waste Policy Solids (PNRS). These results are important tools for the management of technological waste, promoting information relevant to environmental management in the municipality, meeting the Sustainable Development Objectives (ODS)